Alcohol and Drug Use

If the first responder in your life is struggling with alcohol or drug use, they may hide it from co-workers and others around them.
​People of all gneders can experience substance use challenges. Early support can make a difference, and resources are available to help.

Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service (BC)

Toll-free: 1-800-663-1441
Lower Mainland: 1-604-660-9382​

First Nations and Inuit supports

First Nations people and Inuit can access the National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP), funded by the Government of Canada.

To learb about community-based prevention programs, contact your:

  • Community nursing station
  • Health centre
  • Band council
  • Local regional office

Additional resources

Al-Anon family groups

AI-Anon Family Groups: Strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkersAl-Anon family groups offer support, strength and hope for family members and friends of people with alcohol use problems.

If someone else's drinking is affecting you, Al-Anon offers a short 20-question quiz to help you decide whether its programs may be helpful.

Al-Anon also offers phone and online meetings if you are not comfortable attending in person.

Visit ​al-anon.org​ to find a meeting near you or learn about remote participation options.

Nar-Anon family groups

Nar-Anon is a 12-step support program for family members and friends of people living with addiction.

Nar-Anon family groups support people who have experienced feelings of stress, worry or helplessness because of someone else's addiction.

Visit the Nar-Anon website to find a meeting near you.